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Your Harlingen Home Base Puts You near Shops and Zoo

Bet on the horses or greyhounds at Valley Race Park, hit the links at Tony Butler Golf Course or look for deals at Valle Vista Mall. You have easy access to a number of exciting things to do in and around Harlingen, TX. Make the Country Inn & Suites your home base to be minutes from Gladys Porter Zoo, Rio Grande Valley Premium Outlet and Harlingen Arts and Heritage Museum. If you enjoy being outdoors, don't miss a stop at the World Birding Center or the Iwo Jima Monument. If you're flying in, you'll appreciate that our hotel is just a short drive from the Valley International Airport (HRL).

Check out these popular area attractions:

Cinemark 16 (2.3 miles)Take the whole family for a movie at this 16-screen theater.Phone: +1 (956) 428-3224

Gladys Porter Zoo (21 miles)For a fun activity for all ages, plan to spend the day at Gladys Porter Zoo featuring more than 500 plant and animal species, including lions, hippos, orangutans and gorillas. Phone: +1 (956) 546-7187

Harlingen Arts and Heritage Museum (3.9 miles)Learn all about the area when you browse the interactive exhibits at this attraction. You can also admire the historical buildings or enjoy a seasonal event.Phone: +1 (956) 216-4901

Tony Butler Golf Course (1.3 miles)Hone your golf swing and chipping skills, and then get in a round on either the nine-hole course or the 18-hole course.Phone: +1 (956) 216-5970

Valle Vista Mall (1 mile)Shop for a new outfit among the stores at this popular local mall, featuring retailers like Sears, JCPenney, Forever 21 and Express. Phone: +1 (956) 425-8392

Valley Race Park (1.9 miles)Cheer on your favorite thoroughbred or greyhound at this 80-acre racing facility, which also offers a clubhouse and party rooms. Phone: +1 (956) 412-7223

Directions: The Country Inn & Suites, Harlingen is located at Frontage Road and New Hampshire Street. Heading south into Harlingen, exit on the New Hampshire Exit and take a left under the expressway. The hotel will be located on the left-hand side.